Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates: Seven IMG-managed properties were honoured at the sixth World Golf Awards. As well seeing Michlifen Golf & Country Club named as Morocco’s Best Golf Hotel, six clubs within the IMG network were bestowed with the honour of Best Golf Course in their respective countries. “We’re extremely proud of all IMG […]
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates: Singapore Tourism Board Chairman Chaly Mah has hailed Sentosa Golf Club for being named the World’s Best Golf Club at the sixth World Golf Awards. “Our primary goal is to ensure Singapore remains an attractive business and leisure destination where possibilities can be realised and passion made possible,” said Mah. […]
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates: TPC Kuala Lumpur has celebrated another feather in its cap as Malaysia’s Best Golf Course at the sixth World Golf Awards. The award is specifically attributed to the 6,405-metre, par-72 West Course at TPC Kuala Lumpur, a Golf Course Facility Member of the Asian Golf Industry Federation. Originally opened in 1991, […]
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates: Thailand-based Golfasian, a market leader in golf tourism since launching in 1997, enjoyed a memorable night of success at the 2019 World Golf Awards (WGA), claiming no fewer than five accolades. In a mirror image of its showing at last year’s WGA, Golfasian earned top honours in some of Asia’s […]
Shanghai, China: As the WGC-HSBC Champions celebrates 15 years of world-class golf, tournament title partner HSBC has brought together some of the game’s biggest stars alongside some of its brightest talents for a demonstration of just how far the sport has come in China. Every year, WGC-HSBC Champions has one of the strongest fields outside […]
Orlando, United States: General registration for the 2020 Golf Industry Show (GIS) has opened today. The Golf Course Superintendents Association of America (GCSAA) and presenting partners, the Golf Course Builders Association of America (GCBAA) and American Society of Golf Course Architects (ASGCA), will offer a dynamic, progressive week of unparalleled networking opportunities and hands-on access […]
Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, United States: Atlas Turf International has signed a strategic golf marketing relationship with the Nicklaus Companies. To date, Atlas Turf and the Nicklaus Companies have collaborated on more than a dozen golf projects in 11 countries for grassing of some of the top golf courses in the world. With the reputation as a […]
Chiba, Japan: Tiger Woods tied Sam Snead’s PGA Tour record of 82 career victories with an imperious three-shot win at the inaugural, weather-hit ZOZO Championship. Woods ensured that the first PGA Tour event to be held in Japan will remain etched in the history books – and long in the memory of those who saw […]
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia: Just days after unveiling a new partnership with Troon to provide strategic insights for the development of the game across the Kingdom, Golf Saudi has joined the Asian Golf Industry Federation (AGIF) as an Executive Member. The central driving force behind the game’s national development, Golf Saudi is a wholly owned subsidiary […]
Jupiter, Florida, United States: Ted Eleftheriou has joined the National Golf Foundation’s (NGF) senior management team as Vice President of Player Development & Engagement after spending the previous five years with the PGA of America. In his new role, Eleftheriou will lead the organisation’s efforts to reconnect with its player development roots, including overseeing NGF’s […]
London, England: London Golf Club, host venue of the 2019 Staysure PGA Senior Championship and a European Tour Destination, has celebrated its 20-year relationship with Club Car by taking delivery of a new high-spec fleet of golf vehicles. The fleet of 50 Tempo golf cars supplied by Club Car features the market-leading connectivity solution, Visage, […]
Washington, United States: The United States Postal Service (USPS) will recognise Arnold Palmer with the issuance of a nationwide stamp as a part of its 2020 stamp programme. The US Postal Service will honour Palmer for his positive impact and compelling story, rising from humble beginnings to become a globally revered champion. The US Postal […]
West Palm Beach, Florida, United States: Greg Norman Golf Course Design (GNGCD) has announced the completion of a multi-year 27-hole enhancement project of TPC Sugarloaf. Club members and media celebrated with a grand re-opening reception at the clubhouse followed by a golf outing with Greg Norman. The property features three nine-hole golf courses, all designed by […]
Hong Kong: Major champions Francesco Molinari and Patrick Reed will tee it up at next month’s Hong Kong Open, the opening event of the European Tour’s 2020 Race to Dubai. The 61st edition of the venerable tournament will take place from November 28 to December 1 over the revered fairways of the Hong Kong Golf […]
Jakarta, Indonesia: The BNI Indonesian Masters will return to its traditional home at Royale Jakarta Golf Club for the ninth edition of the Asian Tour’s flagship event. To be held from December 12-15, the 72-hole tournament is the penultimate event of the 2019 Asian Tour season and acts as part of the Panasonic Swing. As […]